Simulation Overview 1. OVERVIEW: The Global Technology Management Simulation Project (GlobeTech-7, Fall 2001) is a Curriculum Innovation and Development (CID) tool developed at Cooper Union under the auspices of the Gateway Engineering Education Coalition. The subject for the Fall 2001 Simulation is: "New Energy Source Joint-Venture Projects in Poland, Taiwan, and USA". GlobeTech is conceived as a major component of an undergraduate interdisciplinary engineering course of Global Technology Management such as Nerken's EID-372. However, participation in a Global Technology Management course is not necessary. Since the simulation deals with issues such as: use of alternative energy sources, sustainable development, aspects of air pollution control, global competitiveness strategies, international negotiations, technology transfer, operations' optimization, etc., it could be offered in conjunction with many environmental, economics or engineering management courses. This project aims to familiarize the engineering students with the real and very complex political, economic, social, and technical issues influencing global technology decisions, thus better preparing them for a furture of increased globalization and concern for sustainable development. 2. GLOBETECH'S MAIN BENEFITS:
3. PROJECT DEVELOPMENT: The simulation process will consist of:
The above activities will be monitored by a Simulation Lead Team (SLT) of three of four faculty members from among the participants, with the help of all the other participating faculty. Note: Close faculty communications during the simulation preparation and actual run are essential and key for the success of this project, so we heartily encourage all faculty to actively participate. 4. CONCLUSION: The GlobeTech-7 Simulation will build on the strengths and experience of the previous five simulations and will represent a valuable learning tool for all participating faculty and students. The more participants, the more interesting the simulation will become. We should appreciate to know as soon as possible if your school is interesting to participate with a student team. For further information, we can be reached at: jacoby@cooper.edu. |
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